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Something that causes to draw near as by physical force; Something that arouses or compels the interest, admiration, or attention of

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Usage examples (32)
  • Thorne said fisheries officers would first use a baited drumline and put "attractant" in the water to try to hook the shark.
  • Ms Thorne said fisheries officers would first use a baited drumline and put "attractant" in the water to try to hook the shark.
  • Sour corn, corn mixed with black gold hog attractant.
  • Flies enter the container and fall into the attractant.
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